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Donny van de Beek - Manchester United midfielder - Player profile & stats

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Name: Donny van de Beek Nationality: Holland
Position: midfielder Signing Information: Transferred from: Ajax, 02/09/2020, 35m + 5m add ons
Birthdate: 18-04-1997 Years at Club: 2020-2024
Age: (27) Debut: 19/09/2020 v Crystal Palace (H) 1-3 (Premiership)
Birthplace: Nijkerkerveen, Netherlands Previous clubs: Ajax, Everton (loan), Eintracht Frankfurt (loan)
Height: 6' 0" (1.83m) Farewell to Manchester United: Transferred to Girona, 11/07/2024, 420,600 & add ons
Weight: 11st 13lbs (76kg) Passed Away:
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Donny van de Beek was born on April 18, 1997, in Nijkerkerveen, a small village in the Netherlands. From a young age, Van de Beek demonstrated a passion for football, joining the youth ranks of local club Veensche Boys. His talent quickly caught the attention of Ajax Amsterdam, one of the most renowned academies in European football, where he joined at the age of 11.

Van de Beek progressed steadily through Ajax's famed youth system, eventually making his senior debut on November 25, 2015, in a UEFA Europa League match against Celtic. He was part of a golden generation of Ajax players that included Frenkie de Jong and Matthijs de Ligt. Van de Beek truly announced himself to the footballing world during Ajax's incredible run to the 2018–19 UEFA Champions League semifinals. He scored crucial goals, including one against Tottenham Hotspur in the semifinal. His performances showcased his exceptional ability to time runs into the box, composure in front of goal, and versatility in midfield. In five seasons with Ajax’s first team, Van de Beek made over 175 appearances, scoring 41 goals and assisting 34 more. He won multiple domestic honors, including the Eredivisie title and the KNVB Cup.

Transfer to Manchester United
On September 2, 2020, Van de Beek signed for Manchester United in a deal worth around £35 million. He arrived with high expectations, hailed as a creative midfielder who could bolster United's options. Van de Beek made an immediate impact, scoring on his Premier League debut against Crystal Palace. Despite his promising start, Van de Beek struggled to secure consistent game time under managers Ole Gunnar Solskjær and his successors. He often found himself on the bench, competing with the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba, and Fred for a starting role. His limited appearances led to frustration among fans and pundits who believed he had more to offer. In January 2022, Van de Beek joined Everton on loan for the remainder of the season, seeking regular minutes to revive his form. However, injuries and inconsistent performances hampered his impact at the Merseyside club. Upon returning to Manchester United, Van de Beek continued to face challenges, including injuries and fierce competition for places. By the summer of 2024, he was linked with a move away from Old Trafford, seeking a fresh start to reignite his career.

International Career
Van de Beek made his debut for the Netherlands national team in 2017. He represented his country at major tournaments, including UEFA Euro 2020, and became known for his tactical intelligence and work rate in midfield. However, his international appearances were often limited due to stiff competition within the Dutch squad.

Van de Beek is a technically gifted midfielder renowned for his intelligent movement, vision, and ability to link play between midfield and attack. His knack for arriving late in the box to score goals earned him comparisons to legendary midfielders like Frank Lampard. Van de Beek is known for his humble and down-to-earth personality. He has a strong connection to his family, particularly his father, who played a significant role in shaping his early career. In 2021, Van de Beek welcomed his first child with his partner, Estelle Bergkamp, the daughter of Dutch legend Dennis Bergkamp.
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1 2020-2021 1 19 0 4 0 4 0 0 0 6 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 36
2 2021-2022 1 8 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 14
3 2022-2023 0 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10
4 2023-2024 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
TOTALS 2 35 0 7 0 5 0 0 0 10 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 62
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